Dog Groomer

Job Description
Dog Groomers are responsible for providing quality grooming services to our guests while maintaining a safe, clean and positive environment. A bather is provided daily for your convenience.

Our Salon is open 7 days per week with the exception of major holidays. We offer a set consistent schedule to employees with flexibility when needed.

Full-time groomers can expect earning of 75,000.00 per year with 50% commission on all services provided.

This is a W-2 position, employees are offered:

• Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• Aflac
• 401K
• Purina for Professionals & more!

*Waiting period may apply, must be full-time employee for health benefits

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Brushing, Bathing, Conditioning, De-shedding
• Ear Cleaning
• Cutting, Shaving, Trimming, Hand Scissoring
• Nail Trim, Nail Dremel
• Anal gland expression
• Hand Stripping,Asian fusion and Cat grooming a plus but not required
• Performs grooming services in accordance with owner requests and breed standards
• Communicates effectively to clients regarding coat condition and provide guidance on at-home maintenance when needed
• Strict adherence to all policies and procedures to ensures the safety of all pets and staff
• Handling of dogs of all sized and breeds
• Uses muzzle when needed
• Maintains own grooming equipment and workspace
• Record accurate groom instruction data in scheduling software
• Scheduling of appointments on occasion
• Provides input to management and asks for assistance when needed
• Performs daily housekeeping duties (end of day shop clean up) in accordance with policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

\QUALIFICATIONS -

Education and Experience:

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Prior Experience: at least 1 year experience in grooming various breeds or proof of grooming certification

Technical Skills:

• Computer skills: able to use a computer following clear instructions
• Math/numeric skills: basic arithmetic is required
• Reading skills: able to read instructions
• Listening: listens carefully to coworkers, customers and animals (growling etc).
• Speaking: participates frequently and effectively to management, coworkers and clients.
• Telephone skills: maintains an exceptional phone presence even in difficult or complex situations. Responsible for follow-up/record keeping on calls.
• Problem solving: identifies simple problems/probable causes; makes the necessary changes to solve the problem.
• Organized: monitors, records and tracks the various issues.

Personal Characteristics:

• Animal care: must love animals
• Dependability: honors commitments
• Initiative: proceeds on a job without requiring detailed instructions.
• Persistence: demonstrates tenacity at solving problems.
• Responsible: readily accepts responsibility for solving problems and handling unusual situations.
• Stress tolerance: able to make sound decisions, lead effectively and maintain calm under stressful and unexpected situations.
• Flexibility: confident in applying own skills and abilities to new situations.
• Client Service: deals effectively and courteously with clients regarding status of animals or any issue.
• Teamwork: Shares tasks/ideas with others on the work team, identifies where help is needed and regularly works with others on the team to ensure productivity.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

• The typical noise level for this position is moderate(i.e. dog barking)
• Sit/stand/walking for an extended period of time
• Lift up to 50lbs
• Squatting, kneeling, twisting/bending at the waist
• Ability to handle dogs up to 150lbs
• Hear and take to care for animals and answer/make phone calls when needed
• See clearly at distance of 20 inches or less to read documents, view computer screen and insure appropriate dog behavior.

Job Types: Full-Time, Part-Time, Commission

Pay: From $75,000.00 per year

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply
• Only full-time employees eligible

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Remote interview process
• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Plastic shield at work stations
• Temperature screenings
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Virtual meetings
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

Work Remotely

• No

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Pay: From $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Compensation package:

• 50% commission
• Tips

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Why do you think you are the perfect candidate for this position?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Pet Grooming: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000 - $75,000